Now Hiring - United Distributors, Inc - Sales Merchandiser - Chain Wine - Mobile - $19.23/hour in Saraland, AL

Full description of the position

A Merchandiser is an entry-level position for sales that involves working in accounts to ensure that product is rotated and merchandised to both United Johnson Brothers and supplier standards. This position collaborates with numerous teams in order to maintain United's "look of the leader" throughout all segments of our business. This position is perfect for a self-motivated, competitive individual who thrives in situations requiring a high level of organization, interpersonal skills, and creativity. Qualifications: * Must be 21 years or older * High school or vocational school diploma or GED equivalent required * Valid driver's license for applicable state * Clean driving record * Valid auto liability insurance for applicable state Responsibilities: * Rotate backstock, shelf, coldbox, and displays in an account * Break down newest orders that were delivered, ensuring backstock is organized and in proper storage areas * Stock shelves * Build displays using point of sale material * Check for out-of-date and close-dated product * Create credit tickets for partial closed-dated cases of product * Build and maintain strong relationships with account management * Build and maintain strong relationships within United with delivery associates, sales representatives, and sales management to work as a team * Create pull up reports for United Johnson Brothers sales management * Perform sales deliveries of product as needed to accounts * Drive by United Johnson Brothers company vehicle to all call points in assigned territory * Use pallet jacks and rolling carts in stores to move product * Perform other duties as assigned Competencies: * Decision Making * Plan and Organize * Customer Focus * Professionalism * Flexibility * Time management * Relationship building * Working as a team * Positive attitude Critical Skills: * Time management * Quality control * Product knowledge * Proficient in Microsoft Office and other technology use * Excellent verbal communication skills * Strong attention to detail * Strong communication and collaboration skills * Strong organizational skills with a proven ability to multi-task and prioritize work load * Able to read, write, and perform basic math computations * Working knowledge of computerized hand-held devices * Results-driven (performance) Working Conditions: * Able to maintain very high proficiency and job standards while working in a non-temperature controlled environment that includes exposure to heat, high humidity, and inclement weather * Able to work occasionally in refrigerated areas * Able to work in an environment with moderate noise levels * Physical Requirements and Essential Functions: * Regular, reliable attendance required * Work hours are 6:00 a.m. or 7:00 a.m. until completion of duties * Must work weekends and extended hours as needed * Ability to drive to all call points within assigned territory * Able to frequently use hand trucks, stairs, ramps, and docks * Able to talk and hear, stand and walk, sit, reach with arms and hands, lift and carry, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel * Able to frequently down stack and relocate large amounts of product weighing 50-65 lbs * Some work in refrigerated area, with some overhead lifting required * Able to frequently climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl * Able to learn and maintain knowledge of company and products * Must have specific vision abilities that include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to judge distance